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Father Payne

By Arthur Christopher Benson
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Philosophy & Ethics

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A close personal memoir sketches a distinctive older friend whose life and beliefs are conveyed through recorded conversations, anecdotes, and reflective essays. The narrator presents a man of ideas—suggestive, independent, and poetically inclined rather than practically driven—who mistrusts conventional explanations, avoids controversy, and lives sincerely by his convictions. The book is organized as episodic character studies and thematic chapters on topics such as beauty, faith, friendship, fear, work, war, and worship, interwoven with biographical episodes of youth and final departure that emphasize the coherence of his spiritual outlook.

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Arthur Christopher Benson

Arthur Christopher Benson (1862-1925) was an English essayist, poet, and biographer, known for his reflective and often autobiographical writing style. He was a prominent figure in the literary circles of his time and served as the Master of Magdalene College, Cambridge. Benson's works often explore themes of personal experience and the beauty of nature, as seen in his notable book "At Large," which reflects his thoughts on life and society. His essays, such as those in "Escape, and Other Essays," showcase his keen observations and philosophical insights. In addition to his literary contributions, Benson was also a member of the influential Benson family, which included several notable writers and public figures.

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